Harike
Harike is a village located in Patti tehsil of Tarn Taran district in Punjab, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Patti (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Tarn Taran. As per 2009 stats, Harike village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Harike unique in its vibrant Patti-Tarn Taran region. You’ll see Harike’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Harike
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Harike is 038242. The village spans a total geographical area of 943 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143412. Patti is nearest town to Harike village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Harike
Population of Harike
According to the 2011 Census, Harike has a total population of about 8,662, with approximately 4,666 males and 3,996 females. The sex ratio is around 856 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,136 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,779 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.77%, with male literacy at about 64.38% and female literacy near 56.56%. There are around 1,620 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Harike's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,662 | 4,666 | 3,996 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,136 | 641 | 495 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,779 | 1,495 | 1,284 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 5,264 | 3,004 | 2,260 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,398 | 1,662 | 1,736 |
Connectivity of Harike
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Harike. As per the 2011 stats, Harike had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Harike
Knowing the nearby villages of Harike helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Harike.
Frequently Asked Questions about Harike
- Where is Harike located?
- Harike village is situated in Patti Tehsil, within the Tarn Taran district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Harike?
- Harike serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Harike?
- The pincode of Harike is 143412, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Harike as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Harike is 8,662, with 4,666 males and 3,996 females.
- How many households are there in Harike as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Harike village has a total of 1,620 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Harike as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Harike is 60.77%. The male literacy rate is 64.38%, while the female literacy rate is 56.56%.